Our Seniors Community Support Services department is growing! We're hiring for a new, full-time position, called Seniors Community Connector, a role that combines information & referral, client support, and partnership development.
As a social prescribing professional, the Seniors Community Connector will help bridge the gap between healthcare and social care, identifying older adults in need of support, and then linking them to appropriate community programs and resources.
Social prescribing stems from the idea that health and well-being - especially among older adults - can be enhanced by non-medical community supports. While doctors can address immediate and acute healthcare issues, link workers - like the Seniors Community Connector - can help older adults access services that reduce loneliness, support independence, and promote healthy, active aging.
It's a holistic, collaborative approach to seniors' health that draws on the resources and expertise of the entire community.
In addition to maintaining an active caseload of clients (including their referral history), the Seniors Community Connector will work to build and strengthen relationships within Richmond's seniors' services sector.
The Connector will also collaborate with healthcare professionals and community agencies, exploring ways for older adults to more easily access resources and support.
The ideal candidate for this role will have a bachelor's degree in social work or another human services-related field, or possess an equivalent combination of education and experience. The candidate should be comfortable working with seniors from diverse cultural and socio-economic backgrounds, and have detailed knowledge of Richmond's community services landscape.
If you or someone you know is well-suited for the role, a complete job description, including salary range, is available on our website, along with instructions on how to apply. The closing date is April 26.